Latin Bands

Cachicamo Latin Harp, a Colombian group that plays Latin music with authentic Latin instruments like Colombia Harp, cuatro, percussion and guitar. They have been playing in different venues in Brisbane and Sydney and have been very well received by their audience. Their music is wonderfully mellow & definitely worthwhile seeing. Contact Sandra - Elkin and Steven on Ph. 33992343 Mob. 0422 097 500 for bookings. A description of the band can be found here.

The View From Madeleine's Couch plays excellent Latin Jazz, Bossa Nova, Samba and other Brazilian music. Check out their website at www.madeleinescouch.com.au . Email Kym Ambrose or Anje West at madcouch@powerup.com.au or call on (07) 3844 4776.

Tierradentro is a latin band that is playing now in Brisbane.If you have any queries call the club on 3852 1216 or the band manager's mobile 0421506961 (Steven's).

Chilli Con Salsa are currently playing several gigs in Brisbane. For more information please visit: www.chilliconsalsa.com or contact:Dan Simpson Phone: 07 3886 3059 Mobile: 0412 354 957 Address: 47 Fordington Way Murrumba Downs 4503

Established 16 years in Brisbane, this 3 to 6 piece band plus dancers,has a unique selection of Latin, french & English Caribbean music. Salsa, merengue, mambo, cha cha, calypso, samba, conga, ska, mariachi, cumbia, etc. They have toured twelve times to Asia & South Pacific with their Latin Cabaret show in the last few years. "Band On Wheels" for roving, and as a stage show band, they are special!!

Los Mambisos 14 piece salsa band that plays Cuban & Puerto Rican music. Contact David at maydayprods@optusnet.com.au .

Aqua Salsa is a new Latin Entertainment & Education company & salsa band based on the Sunshine Coast. They have a party band, instrumental duo, DJ services, dance instruction and performing & are looking to start schools programs in the future. Cathy is the Manager of the company & Fernando Osorio is the director of the AquaSalsa salsa band. They run weekly latin nights in Mooloolaba & Noosa, & will probably be starting another in Maroochydore shortly. Cathy can be contacted on 5444 2425, or 0414 695 790

LA GRAN SALSA is a 7 piece band, expandable up to 11 or 12 at a moment's notice, that plays Salsa, Merengue, Cha Cha, Lambada, Bolero, Bossa Nova, Tango. The lead singer, Marina, now also has a repertoire of Tango songs which she sings with great passion & fire. Phone John Varney on (07) 3345 2176 or email to J.Varney@ mailbox.gu.edu.au. Check out their website at http://www.lagransalsa.com/

Check out HOT MAMBO's website. They are the only 10-piece Latin band in Brisbane...and they are DAMN good. There are even a few tracks to download from their new CD "Smoke Signals".

The best Tango band in Australia is here in Brisbane, Tango Paradiso. These guys are BRILLIANT. Their music is technically excellent and full of real PASSION - for music and Tango. If you get a chance to listen and dance to them, DON'T MISS IT. They are now playing there regularly at Tango events all over Brisbane.

3 or 4 piece band that plays Salsa, Merengue, Mambo, Cha Cha, Bossa Nova & Cumbia.

DJ Carlos Forero is a latino Dj with excellent experience and knowledge from Cali, Colombia. He can teach salsa and merengue,give latin music theory, has hi own gear and excellent references. He has been DJing for different venues in Brisbane like Casablanca Club, colleges, Shafton Hotel, etc. He is looking for an opportunity to set up a regular latin music place (ie: students' activities,nightclub,etc). He is also available as a DJ for any social event. Carlos Forero